Bus Fleet Shop Manager & Lead Mechanic

Mustang Transportation; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Professional environment

Fleet maintenance impact

Job summary

Mustang Transportation in Idaho Falls is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to oversee maintenance and repair of our fleet, including school buses and coaches. The role blends hands-on work with leadership to keep vehicles safe and reliable.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair systems, manage daily shop operations, assign work, mentor mechanics, and ensure on-time service. This role requires a proactive leader who can balance hands-on work with planning and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive diesel fleet maintenance experience including buses and coaches.
• Strong leadership, supervision, and team development skills.
• Ability to diagnose complex vehicle systems and plan repairs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop operations and manage workload for mechanics.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair buses and fleet vehicles.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensure safety compliance and accurate maintenance records.
• Coordinate with operations for schedules and downtime.

Skills

Diesel fleet maintenance

Shop management

Leadership & supervision

Diagnostics & repairs

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

CDL license with endorsements

Job description

Mustang Transportation in Idaho Falls is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to oversee maintenance and repair of our fleet, including school buses and coaches. The role blends hands-on work with leadership to keep vehicles safe and reliable.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair systems, manage daily shop operations, assign work, mentor mechanics, and ensure on-time service. This role requires a proactive leader who can balance hands-on work with planning and safety compliance.